1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | 15 | Duster |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2673 mm |